GERD and Barrett's Esophagus

Early detection and treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is essential, as the disease can lead to serious health problems, including Barrett's esophagus.

A Common Disease

GERD affects up to 40% of the U.S. population in their lifetime([FOOTNOTE=Vaezi M, Zehrai A, Yuksel E. Testing for refractory gastroesophageal reflux disease, ASGE Leading Edge. 2012;2(2):1-13.],[ANCHOR=],[LINK=]) and is part of an increasingly significant public health burden. Many patients think GERD is a harmless symptom and do not understand the risks associated with chronic acid reflux.